Function bands
Background musicians
Function bands
Background musicians
If want all the excitement and spontaneity of live music, but none of the hassle, hire a Birmingham band from Function Central! From rock and pop cover songs to jazz, swing and ceilidh.
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Danceable, piano-led pop and soul band from the West Midlands, with both female and male lead vocals and a song list of danceable rock, soul and pop anthems from Chuck Berry to Adele.
The ultimate feel-good band, blending soul, Motown, funk, and pop into high-energy sets that keep dancefloors packed and the party alive.
With no less than three vocalists in the band, The Crossfades serve up the best vintage and modern rock, pop and indie covers with a side of crowd-pleasing charm.
Breathtaking vocals, lush harmonies and an explosive rhythm section – this West Midlands wedding party band play a wide selection of soul, disco, rock’n’roll and the latest indie to keep you dancing until the wee hours! DJ service available.
Exceptional party and wedding band playing everything from vintage 1950s rock’n’roll to cutting edge pop, indie and R&B. High profile clients include BT, Mini Cooper and Microsoft.
Energetic party band playing crowd-rousing anthems by Huey Lewis, The Killers, Oasis, Lady Gaga, The Weekend and more!
Amp up your party with Rockit: a sensational party band with a huge catalogue of rock, indie and pop floor-fillers from Chuck Berry and The Beatles to Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran.
Midlands-based 3-piece rock and pop band offering a jam-packed blend of styles spanning multiple decades and genres. Acoustic sets and DJ service also available.
Dynamic, fun-loving duo bringing high-energy party anthems from every era to keep the dancefloor buzzing all night long!
Powerful party and wedding band, ready to get your party rocking! The band have a diverse songlist which will surprise, delight and keep your guests dancing and singing along.
Impressive and electrifying, this band features one of the largest function band line-ups in the business, ranging from 11 to an epic 18-piece ensemble, and guarantees a high-energy show packed with soul, funk, and pop classics.
Exciting male-fronted wedding and party band, playing music from all decades but specialising in the swinging 60s! Stunningly authentic performances using incredible vintage equipment. Extra performances, low-season rates and DJ service available.
Stylish corporate and wedding band, featuring female lead vocals and a large set list of pop, Motown, soul, jazz, jive and vintage rock'n'roll. Booking options include male vocalist, brass section, afternoon/dinner jazz sets and DJ service.
Vibrant, crowd-pleasing party band delivering the best of pop, rock, country, and folk with infectious energy to keep your guests dancing all night!
Experienced East Midlands wedding and party band with a massive playlist of rock, pop, reggae and soul, from Bob Marley to Bruno Mars. Afternoon acoustic sets and DJ service also available.
Dynamic Motown, pop and soul band with stunning female and male lead vocals, impressive industry credentials and a playlist of soulful floor-fillers by artists such as Marvin Gaye, Justin Timberlake and Rihanna.
Youthful, charismatic new 4-piece, channelling rock, dance, hip-hop and soul influences. This band get phenomenal reviews and are legends at filling dancefloors. Highly recommended!
A sassy, classy, badass party band with 10 years experience playing the live music scene in the South West. The band features both male and female lead vocals, with DJ services and acoustic sets also available.
Fun and totally unique wedding and party band with male and female vocals, playing retro swing, vintage jive and rock'n'roll through to 80s funk, 90s R&B and quirky takes on modern chart.
Think style, glitz and confidence - and every special request met - Seren have the thing that makes dance floors jump and feet frantically tap (even the feet of the tough-to-impress guests)
Whatever occasion you are celebrating, music is the best way to make any event memorable, and Birmingham attracts great musicians from all over the world!
Our experts have tracked down the most talented and reliable local bands so that you don’t have to!
We have party bands in Birmingham in all styles, suitable for all budgets – and all of them are young enough to love what they do and experienced enough to know exactly what to play and when!
If you’re planning a family event such as a birthday or corporate do,
hire a local party band to play upbeat, mainstream cover songs
from all eras, that everyone loves.
Or if you’d like to fill the dancefloor at your office party, how about hiring one of our soul bands? They play something for everyone, from Motown classics for the funkateer in accounts to chart hits for the post boy!
Our Birmingham wedding bands
range from 3-piece or 4-piece guitar-based bands right up to stomping
funk and soul bands complete with horn sections and extra backing
singers.
Most of them are happy to learn a first dance or special song
just for your event, whether you want dance or pop by Birmingham natives
Fine Young Cannibals or metal by Black Sabbath!
We don’t just do bands for the evening party – we represent some of the best background musicians in Birmingham. How about a steel pan band or mellow jazz band for your drinks reception?
If you’re not sure about what kind of music would suit your event, venue and guests, why not get in touch?
Our experts can take you through the options, and help you find the perfect local band for your event!
If you’re looking for something more refined, our jazz bands in Birmingham for hire cover a range of sub-genres including gypsy jazz bands, jazz trios, wedding jazz bands, background jazz bands.
All will play non-intrusive, sophisticated background music that your guests can talk over.
For the evening, consider hiring a swing band to get the party started.
Our local bands all come fully equipped for your event – it’s just worth getting in touch if you think your event will exceed 250 guests, as extra equipment might then be necessary. You just need to make sure that the band has a power source to plug in to and a space to perform!
We recommend a flat and sheltered stage area of at least 3x3 meters for a 3-piece band – then add an extra metre squared per band member that you have booked.
A raised stage is preferable for maximum impact but our bands are flexible to all kinds of set ups!
With it's rich musical heritage boasting bands from UB40, Duran Duran, ELO, The Moody Blues and The Streets, Birmingham has always been the party heartbeat of our work here at Function Central.
From New Hall Hotel, Fazeley Studios, Edgbaston Park, Highbury Hall and The Best Western Westley to the Botanical Gardens, Weatheroak Hall and The Westmead Hotel, it's always an unforgettable night with our Birmingham bands.
Our bands have played throughout the city and beyond, including: Edgbaston, Solihull, Stourbridge, Yardley, Kidderminster, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Bromwich, Coventry, Dudley, and throughout the West Midlands.
Before you book more musicians for afternoon background music, check whether members of your band can provide this – it'll save you additional costs, such as travel.
If you haven't yet set your event date, consider booking a midweek or winter date to take advantage of the most competitive rates.
Always consider hiring a band from your local area, to save on travel and accommodation costs. We have bands based in most major towns and cities across the UK.
All requests sent in advance will be considered by the band however in some instances the band won’t be able to play certain songs. This may be due to instruments required, whether the song requires a male or female voice and whether the track fits with the band’s overall style.
Check out the band’s song list on their profile and feel free to send any requests from this along with any banned songs. These tracks have been selected and perfected by our bands and are guaranteed to wow your guests.
Our bands are known for not only their talent but also their reliability, so it’s rare that they don’t make an event as planned. However, sometimes circumstances out of their control occur and, in these instances, we will send a similar band to your event instead. Rest assured, with our round the clock customer support, the show will go on!
Most party bands play 2 x 60-minute sets or 3 x 40-minute sets, although this can vary. Check out each band’s profile to find out more about their timings.
During intervals your chosen Birmingham band can play a pre-recorded playlist on Spotify through the PA system. They can play their own party playlist or yours, just make sure you send it in advance.
Function Central is a leading cover bands hire agency. We provide exceptional talent for private events, both in Birmingham, throughout the UK and internationally.
Hire a local band to save on costs – we have acts based in most major UK towns and counties.
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